And We Have Ladders, Folks!

Ladder in Asher's Art: 4 Years, 3 Months—"Map to Burning Man"

This is some of Asher’s most recent art. The top is an oil pastel he calls “Map to Burning Man.” We are not allowed to call it a drawing, or art. It’s A MAP. It’s also the first time I’ve seen any ladder (or train track) in his work.

We have Ladders! Asher's Art: 4 Years, 3 Months

Then, just a day or two later, he made this one—all ladders. These are considered to be a sign that a child is becoming ready to write.

"Mom, is this an 8?"

Wednesday evening he sat in my lap while I was editing on the computer. He wanted to draw, so I handed him the second page of my SMUD bill with lots of blank white space, which was on my desk and within reach. After a moment, he pointed to his paper, which was still mostly blank. “Mom, is this an 8?” He face lit up when I said yes. And then he carefully drew several more.

One Response to “And We Have Ladders, Folks!”

  • Jaspenelle
    May 20, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    I can so feel your pride beaming through in this post (as it ought to!) Adorable. ^^

    Reply

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